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Profiles of Who We Help
“He hit me so hard that I blanked out, but still managed to hold on to our two-year old daughter without letting her fall. That’s when I knew I needed help. Day One helped me to get a final order of protection, full custody of my child and child support. I didn’t think that I’d ever be in control of my own life. I feel as if I have a second chance.” --Tamara, age 21
“I often thought of leaving him, but didn’t know where to turn. When he forced me to have sex in front of our daughter, and threatened to kill me if I ever left him, something inside me just told me to run. Day One helped me and my daughter find a Domestic Violence shelter and get an order of protection. I’m still scared, but now I know that help is available.” --Jasmine, age 19
"After he beat me, he drove me to the hospital and pretended to be such a caring boyfriend in front of the doctors. He lied and told them that I had been attacked by a stranger. When I looked in the mirror and saw the swelling and stitches, I found the courage to take our son and leave. We're still in the middle of court battles, but I have Day One on my side. I'm not alone." -- Vivian, age 19
